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A Guide to our Curtain Headings

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Opting for made-to-measure curtains gives you more choice to create a finished product that suits your exacting requirements. One of the many options is the heading of your curtains and we offer three different types.

Double Pleat – A more contemporary design that has small pleats separated by flat sections of fabric. Double pleat tends to give uniform folds and require less room when in an open position, but still provide the control and flow of regular pinch pleats. This type of curtain is versatile and therefore looks great in all kinds of setting

Eyelet – A contemporary curtain heading for use with curtain poles. Eyelet heading gives large even soft pleats and have metal rings at the top of the curtain. Eyelet curtains are well suited in a number of spaces including bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms.

Pencil Pleat – A classic design of tightly gathered folds to create a semi-cylindrical heading that resembles a line of pencils. From the close pleats of the header, the fabric tumbles freely to the floor. Pencil pleat curtains can be used on either poles or tracks and are often used in living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms.

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Roller Blind Fabric Type Definitions

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Blackout

Offers complete light protection, perfect for bedrooms and has a subtle texture to add depth and dimension to the print design.  Please note whilst the fabric will be blackout if you are fitting the roller blind within a recess there will be some light visible down the sides of the blind.

Standard Daylight

Allows light to filter through and is suited for all living spaces.  This option is semi-translucent, creating a softer printed finished look.

Textured

With a delicate linen look, this textured quality allows for a softer, calmer colour palette to create a more diffused window covering.

Waterproof

Perfect for bathrooms, our water-resistant option has blackout properties and is 100% waterproof. Offering privacy and durability, this fabric is also wipe clean.

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When to Choose Blinds or Curtains

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Blinds

Primarily, blinds are the practical choice for most of our buyers. Providing you with the ability to filter the light coming into a room. This is why they’re most popular with commercial properties such as offices, but also for domestic buildings where glare on the TV or computer screen is a common occurrence. With various colours and styles, you can ensure your blinds will fit with your interior design, as well as swift functionality.

Curtains

Each style of curtain available is specially crafted for a different purpose. For instance, a thicker material has draft prevention capabilities, and black out linings block the light from seeping in. The various styles and designs available work for all decors, whether that involves a light cotton fabric for a Scandinavian feel or a thick and plush fabric, adding a touch of luxuriousness.

Blinds vs curtains

Both our curtains and blinds come in various colours and styles to suit all decors, albeit, curtains tend to have more scope when it comes to choosing different textures that complement your room. Nonetheless, blinds are known for their durability and easy to clean properties. Again, both blinds and curtains are able to be manufactured and fitted for energy saving purposes. However, if you’re looking for a solution as opposed to a contribution to decor, blinds tend to be cheaper.

Despite their differences, all in all, both blinds and curtains have their comparable advantages. The best way to choose which one for your property is to weigh up what is a priority to you and what problem you’re trying to fix. Or, if both fittings would be beneficial for your rooms, having both is a favoured solution for many of our customers.